Service at DC
Panna Project
The Daly College Community Service and Wildlife Awareness Project, held from March 18 to 23, 2026, at the Panna Tiger Reserve, was a meaningful blend of service, learning, and environmental awareness. This seven-day initiative brought together 41 students and 4 teachers, united by a shared commitment to make a positive impact on rural communities while deepening their understanding of nature and conservation.
The journey began from Indore, setting the tone for a purposeful experience. On the first day, the team gathered near the tranquil Ken River, where the calm natural surroundings encouraged reflection and connection. Soon after, the students reached Bhapatpur village and initiated preparations for a health camp. With teamwork and dedication, they set up tents, arranged facilities, and created a welcoming environment for villagers. Simultaneously, a group of students engaged in wall painting, transforming blank spaces into vibrant murals that conveyed messages of awareness, hope, and community bonding.
The highlight of the project was the health camp inaugurated on March 20. The camp quickly evolved into a well-organized system of care, with students managing registrations, conducting basic health checks such as BMI, blood pressure, and sugar levels, and assisting doctors in consultations. Eye check-ups and medicine distribution formed a vital part of the initiative. By the end of the day, 661 villagers had received medical support, and 651 spectacles were distributed, significantly improving quality of life. The gratitude expressed by the villagers reflected the true impact of the initiative, leaving a lasting impression on all participants.
An enriching session by conservationist Dr. Raghunandan Chundawat emphasized the importance of protecting forests and wildlife, reinforcing the project’s environmental focus. This learning extended into the final days, where students contributed to completing a library flooring project, symbolizing teamwork and collective effort.
The wildlife experience at Panna Tiger Reserve was equally transformative. During the safari, students witnessed diverse fauna, including deer, a python, and a sloth bear. A rare sighting of a tigress with her cubs became a defining moment, highlighting the beauty and importance of conservation. A visit to Sarai, an eco-conscious initiative developed by Dr. Raghunandan Chundawat and Joanna Van Gruisen, further demonstrated sustainable living in harmony with nature.
The journey concluded with a visit to Raneh Falls, where the stunning rock formations and cascading waters offered a memorable farewell.
Overall, the project was not just an outreach program but a transformative experience. It fostered empathy, teamwork, and environmental consciousness, leaving students with meaningful memories and a deeper sense of responsibility toward society and nature.
Daly College Eye Camp 2025: Vision Beyond Sight
As part of its ongoing commitment to community service and social responsibility, our school successfully organised its annual Eye Camp for underprivileged communities, a meaningful initiative that has been conducted consistently over the past several years. This humanitarian endeavour reflects the school’s dedication to promoting accessible healthcare and improving the quality of life for those in need.
This year, Daly College, Indore, in collaboration with Choithram Netralaya and supported by the Forum of Regional Schools Society, organized a three-day Eye Camp (October 8–10, 2025) for the underprivileged in the Banganga area, Indore.
Prior to the camp, Dalians underwent training at Choithram Netralaya where they learned about eye ailments and camp protocols. They also conducted a two-day awareness drive, distributing flyers and honing their communication and social skills through direct community engagement.
Key Achievements:
4,156 patients screened
5,200 spectacles distributed
152 cataract cases identified
This initiative stands as a record-breaking post-pandemic achievement, reflecting Dalians’ compassion, teamwork, and commitment to community service.
Eye Check-up Camp for Support Staff
Demonstrating its spirit of service, Daly College organised a free Eye Check-up and Spectacle Distribution Camp on 1 November 2025 for its valued school support staff, run entirely by enthusiastic student volunteers of Classes XI and XII.
This wonderful initiative, introduced by Principal, Dr. Gunmeet Bindra, truly shows her care and concern for the health and well-being of every member of our school community.
Nearly 300 members of the support staff registered for the camp and benefited. Around 350 spectacles were distributed and the staff left the camp filled with praise and gratitude.
Sole Support Project: Spreading
Smiles on ‘Hellen Keller Day’
Students of RS Wing of Junior School undertaken an inspiring project named "Sole Support," with the aim of collecting and distributing shoes to underprivileged children. This initiative not only provided an opportunity for our students to engage in community service but also fostered a sense of empathy and solidarity among them.
The collection drive was launched with great enthusiasm. Students, teachers, and staff members rallied together, spreading the word through social media, local community centers, and parent-teacher meetings. Donation boxes were placed in various locations within the school premises. The response was overwhelming, with hundreds of pairs of shoes being donated in just a few weeks.
After the collection phase, the students volunteered their time to sort, clean, and pack the shoes. This task was not only a logistical challenge but also a learning experience. Students categorized the shoes by size and type, ensuring that the distribution would be as organized and efficient as possible.
The highlight of the Sole Support project is the distribution event planned for Helen Keller Day. This special day will see our students visiting a local school for the blind, where they will personally hand over the shoes to the visually impaired children.
Daly College Community Service
and Wildlife Awareness Project
Daly College, in collaboration with BAAVAN, embarked on the 5th edition of its impactful five-day Community Service and Environment Awareness Project in Panna. A team of 36 enthusiastic students and 4 teachers along with the Principal, Vice Principal (Pastoral Care) and Dy. Dean CCA attended the project.
The participants launched a health campaign focused on community wellness and women’s hygiene awareness. Spreading across five buffer villages—Madla, Nahari, Bagauha, Toriya, and Dhamna, the team engaged with local women and distributed sanitary pads, ensuring essential health resources reached those in need.
A bustling health camp at the local Government Middle School, Madla became a sanctuary for those in need—not just from Madla, but from Nahari, Bagauha, Toriya, and Dhamna as well.
With 556 registrations and 445 pairs of spectacles bringing the world into sharper focus, the camp ensured that no ailment went unnoticed. Medications for ENT, dental, and general health concerns were distributed, weaving a fabric of wellness into the community.
Highlights of the Projects
- • Painted the walls for making the classrooms more attractive and interactive.
- • Organized wildlife awareness and sustainable living orientation programmes and eco-friendly construction activities.
- • Organized an Eye Camp and Health Camp.
- • Created awareness about hygiene in women and distribution of Sanitary Napkins. The delegates were also taken on a safari in the Panna Tiger Reserve, Ken River Boating and a visit to Pandu Caves.
Looking at the grand success of Panna Project, Daly College has been chosen to host the Round Square International Service Project at the buffer village of Panna Tiger Reserve which is scheduled in December 2025 where approximately 60 overseas participants will build a library for the local community.
Daly College Eye Camps 2024
In 2024, Daly College in partnership with Choitram Netralay and FRS India, Daly College organized two Eye Camps at Sanwer and Musakhedi in the month of April and October 2024 respectively providing crucial eye care to the underprivileged.
The initiative highlights the college’s deep commitment to community service and the impact of giving back. The students played a pivotal role, ensuring the smooth operation of the camp and leaving a lasting impression on the community.
The camp addressed a variety of vision issues including cataracts, hypermetropia, myopia, and presbyopia. A total of 6113 individuals were assisted, 6248 pairs of spectacles were distributed, and 325 cataract cases were documented.
Gratitude overflowed from those who received care, proving that small acts of service can create a brighter future for all.
